Exam ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Exam ( noun )

1. A test of a student's knowledge or proficiency in a subject.
2. A formal examination of a person or their knowledge or fitness for a particular job or position.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "examination, scrutiny"): from latin examen, from exigere "examine".

Examples:

1. He studied hard for the final exam.
2. The exam was composed of multiple choice questions and essay prompts.
3. The exam results will be posted next week.
4. The job applicant had to pass a medical exam before being offered the position.
5. The company made the candidates take a written exam to test their knowledge of the industry.

(As a verb)

Exam ( verb )

1. A test of a student's knowledge or proficiency in a subject.
2. A formal examination of a person or their knowledge or fitness for a particular job or position.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "examination, scrutiny"): from latin examen, from exigere "examine".

Examples:

1. He studied hard for the final exam.
2. The exam was composed of multiple choice questions and essay prompts.
3. The exam results will be posted next week.
4. The job applicant had to pass a medical exam before being offered the position.
5. The company made the candidates take a written exam to test their knowledge of the industry.